Iowa State's Milan Momcilovic breaks single-season 3-point record

Cyclones defeat Utah 75-59 on the road as Momcilovic sets new school mark

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Iowa State junior sharpshooter Milan Momcilovic surpassed the school's single-season 3-point record of 102 set by Dedric Willoughby in 1997. Momcilovic hit four 3-pointers in the Cyclones' 75-59 road win over Utah, giving him 104 on the season with three regular-season games left. Iowa State also played strong defense, forcing 18 Utah turnovers that led to 20 points off turnovers.

Why it matters

Momcilovic's record-breaking performance highlights the Cyclones' high-powered offense, which has been a key factor in their success this season. The team's defensive intensity was also on display, an area they struggled with in their previous loss to BYU. This win helps Iowa State maintain its position in the Big 12 standings as they push towards the postseason.

The details

Momcilovic broke the record with his third 3-pointer of the game, coming off an assist from Tamin Lipsey with 10:23 left to play. The 6-foot-8 junior finished with 14 points, going 4-of-8 from beyond the arc. Joshua Jefferson led Iowa State with 21 points, while Jamarion Batemon added 13 points off the bench. The Cyclones forced 18 Utah turnovers, which they converted into 20 points.

  • Momcilovic broke the single-season 3-point record on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

The players

Milan Momcilovic

A junior sharpshooter for the Iowa State Cyclones who broke the school's single-season 3-point record with 104 made 3-pointers.

Dedric Willoughby

A former Iowa State player who held the school's single-season 3-point record with 102 made 3-pointers in 1997.

T.J. Otzelberger

The head coach of the Iowa State Cyclones men's basketball team.

Joshua Jefferson

A player for the Iowa State Cyclones who scored a game-high 21 points in the win over Utah.

Jamarion Batemon

A first-year guard for the Iowa State Cyclones who came off the bench to score 13 points and provide a spark for the team.

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What they’re saying

“It's a cool accomplishment and just glad my teammates keep looking for me. It's really their success, too.”

— Milan Momcilovic (desmoinesregister.com)

“Across the board, our guys took a lot of pride in guarding the basketball and making sure that we continue to be disruptive throughout the course of the game. For us, that's when we're at our best and our guys did a great job of that.”

— T.J. Otzelberger, Head Coach (desmoinesregister.com)

What’s next

The Cyclones have three regular-season games remaining before the Big 12 and NCAA Tournaments, where Momcilovic will look to build on his new school record for 3-pointers made in a single season.

The takeaway

Momcilovic's record-breaking performance and Iowa State's stifling defense in the win over Utah demonstrate the Cyclones' well-rounded game as they continue their push towards the postseason. The team's ability to bounce back from a previous loss and maintain their identity as a disruptive defensive squad bodes well for their chances of making a deep tournament run.